2000 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1989 Buick Century | |
Make | Mercury | Buick |
Model | Grand Marquis | Century |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 109 HP |
Torque | 359 Nm | 183 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2662 mm |